Crime & Emergencies in ...
A fire at a Whittier strip mall caused extensive damage, particularly to the long-standing Pizzamania. No injuries reported; community and officials vow support.
Retail & Industry in ...
The Legacy Commons Holiday Craft Boutique in Palmdale will feature 30 local artisans selling handcrafted goods on November 16th, promoting community engagement and local shopping.
Firefighters in LA contained a vegetation fire threatening homes by the 405 Freeway, sparing a house on Orion Ave. The LAFD knocked down the blaze with no injuries reported.
The Line Fire in San Bernardino County expands to over 17,000 acres, prompting state of emergency and evacuation orders. Firefighters face extreme weather while battling the blaze.
Three LAFD firefighters suffered burns from a car fire in Shadow Hills that erupted into a fireball. A fourth was evaluated. A civilian also sustained minor burns. The cause is under investigation.
A man presumed to be homeless was found stabbed to death in a Santa Monica alley. Police have no suspects and are urging the public to provide information.
Local teens were arrested for starting the Hawarden Fire in Riverside with illegal fireworks, causing $28 million in damages.
The Apple Valley Police Department detained four men for possession of stolen property linked to recent burglaries, and is working to return items to their owners.
Police responded to a no-hit shooting in Long Beach, where they arrested the alleged shooter and confiscated a loaded "ghost gun." The motives and circumstances remain unclear.
The LAFD reported a fatal RV fire in Valley Glen, with one unidentified casualty. The incident on September 5 is under investigation by LAPD and the Medical Examiner.
A helicopter made an emergency landing on the 110 Freeway in South LA due to mechanical issues; lanes were closed but later reopened with no injuries reported.
Two suspects were arrested after a brandishing incident in Ventura County, where one confronted a victim with a gun and both fled. A replica firearm and live ammo were found during a search.
Community & Society in ...
Riverside County Animal Services in Southern California offers free pet adoptions on September 7 to support the Clear the Shelters campaign and alleviate shelter overcrowding.